Movable Laboratory Casework Systems

Trade Agreement: WTO-AGP/NAFTA/AIT/Canada FTAs with
Peru/Colombia/Panama
Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid
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Competitive Procurement Strategy: Lowest/Lower Bid
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No
Nature of Requirements: 
MOVABLE LABORATORY CASEWORK SYSTEMS 

6D059-133592/A
Brewster, Shannon
Telephone No. - (905) 615-2028 
Fax No. - (905) 615-2060
E-mail - shannon.brewster@pwgsc-tpsgc.gc.ca

The Public Health Agency of Canada, Laboratory for Foodborne
Zoonoses (LFZ), located in Guelph, Ontario (a functioning
Containment Level 2 Microbiology Laboratory), has a requirement
for the purchase and installation of multiple movable Laboratory
Casework Systems which could include, but not limited to,
replacing existing laboratory bench tops and casework, and
redesigning or designing room layouts.

An improvement plan for the laboratory fit up is needed, which
includes reconfiguration and renovation updates for laboratory
spaces at the PHAC, LFZ Guelph facility.  As a result, there is
a requirement for a Contractor to provide laboratory casework
for laboratories at the Guelph facility that will meet the needs
of the testing requirements and functions.  The laboratory
casework specification is for movable systems that will support
shelving and casework and will not rely on the building wall
structure for support.

The renovation project will comprise of scheduled timelines.  A
maximum of two laboratories will be completed at one time with a
total of three installation periods.  Replacement of laboratory
bench tops and casework will be required for four (4) laboratory
room layouts.  The Contractor will be required to complete
layout designs for each of the laboratory rooms, that meet the
functional needs of the Containment Level 2 Laboratory, prior to
manufacture, delivery and installation.  The design process will
require consultation meetings and follow up approvals of the
layout designs provided.

A contract will be awarded to one Contractor.

The contract period will be from the date the Contract is
awarded and ends May 29, 2015.

The bidder must demonstrate that they meet every mandatory
evaluation criteria in their bid by submitting supporting
documentation.  Failure to provide supporting documentation by
bid closing date will result in the bid being deemed
non-responsive.  

Some of the mandatory evaluation criteria are listed below. 
Please refer to the RFP, Annex D - Bid Evaluation Criteria for
the complete list of mandatory evaluation criteria.

1)	The Bidder must have attended the mandatory site visit.

2)	The Bidder must demonstrate that they are ISO 9001:2008
certified*.
*Must provide a copy of the certification.

3)	The Laboratory casework and support framing system must
withstand the effects of the following gravity loads and
stresses:
1.	Support Framing System: 600 lb/ft. (900 kg/m).
2.	Suspended Base Cabinets (Internal Load): 160 lb/ft. (240
kg/m).
3.	Work Surfaces (Including Tops of Suspended Base Cabinets):
160 lb/ft. (240 kg/m).
4.	Wall Cabinets (Upper Cabinets): 160 lb/ft. (240 kg/m).
5.	Shelves: 40 lb/sq. ft. (200 kg/sq. m).

4)	A standard integrated system that consists of a core and
panel support structure must be provided with the following:
1.	Core structure must be supported by structural leg frames.
2.	Components must be suitable for single faced wall conditions
or double faced peninsula conditions on the Casework System
Frame.
3.	All core assemblies must have removable panels on all sides.
4.	The system support framing must accommodate suspended modular
cabinets or shelves.

5)	Must provide a Project Manager who will be the point of
contact on all matters concerning the scope of work including
but not limited to, consultations and finalization of laboratory
casework design, installation scheduling, and on-site close out
meetings.

6)	Must meet delivery date of March 31, 2015 for phase 3 -
supply and delivery of Laboratory Casework Systems for
Laboratory Layout #4 - Room 135.

7)	Must meet delivery date of May 29, 2015 for phase 4 -
installation of Laboratory Casework Systems for Laboratory
Layout #4 - Room 135.

	  
A bid must comply with the requirements of the bid solicitation
and meet all mandatory technical evaluation criteria to be
declared responsive. The responsive bid with the lowest
evaluated price will be recommended for award of a contract.

The Bidder must submit pricing in accordance with Annex B -
Basis of Payment, in Canadian Funds.
Delivery Date: Above-mentioned

The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any
procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.